Which of the Following Is True About "Hot Spots

question 30

Multiple Choice

Which of the following is true about "hot spots"?

• A) One-third of all species on Earth occupy less than 1.5% of Earth's land area (hot spots).
• B) All of the plants and animals containing genes that may be useful to humankind are located in Earth's hot spots.
• C) Around 75% of all of the undiscovered species of organisms live in ecological hot spots.
• D) As conservation measures improve over the next ten years, hot spots will likely disappear.
• E) The hot spots that are in most dire need of remediation are located in the tundra.

Differentiate between the major federal acts that regulate toxic substances.

Grasp the requirements and impacts of environmental impact statements (EIS) and public water supply regulations.

Understand the regulatory framework for pesticide registration and usage in the U.S., including necessary approvals and standards for human health and environmental protection.

Identify the roles and responsibilities of federal acts in regulating chemicals, pesticides, and environmental hazards, including the TSCA, FIFRA, and CERCLA.

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Definitions:

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Observed Frequencies

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